Each week, we capture images from construction, expansion and renovations occurring across USA Health.
Renovation work continues on University Hospital’s 10th floor, which is expected to open in early 2022. The new area will accommodate up to 30 patients. Plans call for the addition of 14 ICU beds and 16 medical/surgical floor beds in the space. Previously, the 10th floor was used for physician offices.
New hands-on cooking classes focusing on Mediterranean, Sicilian and Tex-Mex cuisine are scheduled for April and May.
“While our hospital is here to help sick and injured children 24 hours a day, every day, preventing as many injuries and accidents as possible is a priority for us,” said Debbie Browning, MSN, RN, CENP, chief executive officer at USA Health Children’s & Women’s Hospital.
“Today, we see not just former patients, but fighters, miracles, and living proof that hope prevails,” said Manimaran (Maran) Ramani, M.D., MPH, chief of neonatology and medical director for the NICU. “This is why we do what we do, and it is one of the most fulfilling honors imaginable.”
The inaugural women’s history event celebrated the achievements, leadership, and perseverance of women living and working in the Mobile area, acknowledging their roles in shaping history and inspiring future generations.
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